6 h. ago Airspace tensions soar: Israel and Iran keep skies closed as Jordan reopens amid escalation

June 15, 2025 – Amid one of the fiercest confrontations in decades, both Israel and Iran have kept their airspace closed, while Jordan has reopened its skies after reassessing security risks. Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, the country’s main international gateway, remains shut with all flights suspended indefinitely. The closure follows Israel’s military strikes on Iran […]

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7 h. ago Petrol, diesel prices likely to rise again as global oil costs surge

ISLAMABAD – Fuel prices in Pakistan are expected to rise once again for the next 15 days, with petrol likely to go up by Rs1.12 and diesel by Rs5.27 per litre, sources revealed on Sunday. The increase comes in response to rising global oil prices. According to insiders, the Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) has […]

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7 h. ago Fazlur Rehman calls for govt support to traders, highlights Karachi’s economic role

KARACHI – JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has urged the government to support and respect Pakistan’s business community, calling traders the backbone of the country’s economy and key to national progress. During a visit to the residence of Federal Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh in Karachi, Fazlur Rehman met with leading industrialists including Sultan Chawla, Javed […]

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9 h. ago Blistering heat grips Karachi as humidity soars — light rain may bring relief soon

KARACHI – Karachi continues to face intense heat as the city endures its second consecutive day of scorching weather, with both high temperatures and humidity making conditions worse. On Saturday, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported a maximum temperature of 37.1°C. However, the high humidity, which peaked at 65%, made it feel even hotter than […]

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24 h. ago PTI blasts govt for making power ‘inaccessible, unaffordable’ for people

Common people bearing the brunt of frequent adjustments to FAC in electricity bills: Omar KP, Balochistan enduring 12 to 18 hours of load shedding daily: Waqas Millions in ex-FATA denied electricity entirely: Jhagra ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lashed out at the government for its “short-sighted, flawed, and misguided” policies that have severely damaged multiple sectors, […]

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28 h. ago Achakzai raises alarm for Pakistan over rising tensions due to Iran, Israel war

QUETTA: Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) Chairman Mahmood Khan Achakzai has raised alarm over rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Iran and Israel, warning of serious repercussions for Pakistan. Speaking at a press conference in Quetta, the veteran politician and head of the Movement for the Protection of the Constitution of Pakistan urged […]

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28 h. ago 1 Ton Inverter AC on Installments in Pakistan with Monthly Payment as low as Rs5,700

LAHORE – With temperatures soaring across Punjab, Islamabad, and surrounding regions, staying cool become a survival necessity rather than a

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29 h. ago Govt considers raising retirement age to 62 to tackle soaring pension costs

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has supported increasing the retirement age from 60 to 62 years. He said this move could help reduce the country’s growing pension liabilities. Speaking in a Senate Finance Committee meeting, he shared concerns about rising unfunded pensions. He noted that pension reforms had already started, including the introduction of a Defined […]

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30 h. ago India pays a heavy price for military escalation: USD 103 billion in economic and strategic losses

NEW DELHI: The recent military escalation between India and Pakistan has resulted in a severe economic and strategic setback for India, with total estimated losses surpassing USD 103 billion. The failed ‘Operation Sindoor’ that began as a high-stakes show of strength quickly turned into a costly miscalculation, exposing critical vulnerabilities in India’s economic and diplomatic […]

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32 h. ago Govt unveils Rs2.42 trillion circular debt plan, tariff changes await NEPRA nod

The Power Division has shared its plan with the National Assembly to tackle the massive Rs2.42 trillion circular debt in the energy sector. Minister Awais Leghari confirmed the strategy is part of the Circular Debt Management Plan, backed by the Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Finance, and a task force. He added that Rs1.2 trillion […]

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32 h. ago Govt to enforce Rs77 petroleum levy and Rs5 carbon levy from july 1

The federal government will impose a Rs77 per litre petroleum levy and Rs5 per litre carbon levy on petrol, diesel, and furnace oil from July 1, 2025. This decision is part of Pakistan’s agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) to promote climate resilience and stabilize the economy. […]

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33 h. ago Polio virus detected in 47 environmental samples across Pakistan

The presence of the wild polio virus (type 1) has been confirmed in 47 environmental samples collected from across Pakistan, raising serious concerns about public health risks—especially to children. According to the Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme, a total of 116 samples were collected in May 2025. Out of these, 69 samples were clear, while 47 […]

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34 h. ago Fuel prices to spike june 16 as govt sets up watchdog committee

The government announced that petrol and diesel prices will rise starting June 16 due to a sharp surge in global oil prices. This increase follows recent missile exchanges between Israel and Iran, which have unsettled oil markets worldwide. The ex-depot price of high-speed diesel (HSD) may increase by about Rs 5 per litre, affecting transport […]

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34 h. ago Rising oil prices threaten Pakistan’s Rs 1.16 trillion petroleum levy goal

The federal government of Pakistan may miss its target to collect Rs 1,161 billion in petroleum levy this fiscal year. The recent surge in global oil prices, triggered by the Israel-Iran conflict, has pushed up fuel costs both internationally and domestically. This increase threatens the government’s expected revenue from fuel taxes. After Israel’s attacks on […]

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48 h. ago Want a Punjab where none is considered inferior on basis of skin, appearance: CM

CM Maryam describes Albinism as part of natural diversity, not a weakness LAHORE: Albinism is not a weakness; it is just a part of natural diversity, said Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz in her message on International Albinism Awareness Day. The Punjab chief minister said, “People with albinism are the bright side of beauty; it is […]

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49 h. ago PTI condemns Israel’s attack on Iran as an assault on ‘Muslim Ummah’

Israel’s brutal, genocidal war machine imperils regional peace and stability: Sh Waqas Slams Punjab govt for creating legal firewall to shield PML-N’s misuse of public funds ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) strongly condemned the unprovoked and cowardly Israeli attack on Iran, describing it as a blatant manifestation of Israel’s expansionist ambitions. PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh […]

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52 h. ago KP unveils Rs2.1 trillion budget with pay hikes, reforms and development focus

  PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced a Rs2.119 trillion budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. The budget proposes a 10% increase in salaries for government employees and a 7% hike in pensions. The provincial minimum wage has also been raised from Rs36,000 to Rs40,000. Provincial Finance Minister Aftab Alam presented the budget, highlighting […]

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53 h. ago Global unrest hits home: SBP set to maintain interest rate at 12%

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is expected to keep its interest rate at 12% in its meeting on Monday. Earlier, analysts had predicted a rate cut. But after Israel’s recent military strike on Iran, many changed their views. The risk of higher oil prices and global instability raised fears of inflation. A Reuters snap […]

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55 h. ago Sindh Budget 2025: Salary, Pensions and Adhoc Relief Update for Govt employees

KARACHI – Sigh of relief for government employees, as Chief Minister of Sindh announced a considerable increase in salaries and

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55 h. ago Sindh presents Rs 3.45 trillion budget with salary and pension increases

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah presented the budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, totaling Rs 3.45 trillion. He announced a 10 to 12 percent ad hoc relief allowance for government employees. Additionally, five taxes will be abolished to reduce the financial burden on citizens, including the removal of professional tax and entertainment duty. […]

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